This is the "master kit", it tests hardness, pH, nitrate, nitrite, and other things (but not ammonia), its less usefull, id say, than an ammonia one, but good to have if you dont mind the price. Its very accurate.http://www.petsmart.com/product/inde...ductId=2754034

Then the hawkeye is for you. The hex is kinda...stange. Its not much taller, but at the same time, it is. Probably from its shape. (Its weird, hah.) You'll like the hawkeye! Make sure the shelf can carry 50+lbs, though (thats just the water weight!), probably more like 60-70 lbs once the gravel, decor, filter, water and tank are included.

And b'aww. Im sure you'll find one. Its harder to tell the tail types, to be honest, you might have trouble telling if she's a VT, DT or a SDT :P

I like it! Ive personally never dealt with it, but I must admit, marineland is my favorite brand as far as tanks, heaters, etc. They just plain make good stuff.

Its a good lookin' tank, too.

They sell sturdy, pre-fab (to fit in 10 gallon tanks) dividers that are easy to install at petsmarts, usually made by topfin. It has a clear dividing mesh, which can be a little over-stressful, imo/e....Try and get your hands on some craft mesh (plastic) at a store, lots of them have it, especially craft stores. Its usually around 50 cents, which is great. Get two sheets, as it makes it harder to see through. Darker colors, too.